2021 Audi Q5 E Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 7%of 29 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the wheels of the 2021 Audi Q5 E, 7% of the 29 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The warning lite for the low tire pressure comes on randomly and consistently. I've taken it in about 5 times and have been told the tire pressure is fine and it is just a built in defect. I am concerned because I can't check my tires constantly and especially when I am on the freeway. I fear for my safety, the safety of my passengers and the vehicles around me. It happens on the loaners they give me, so I know it is not just my vehicle. I've talked to corporate and they seem very unconcerned. …”
NHTSA complaint #11732886, filed 2026-04“Every possible warning light came on without notice and the car came to an abrupt halt. Ultimately the front tires locked and the car could not be moved out of park. This happened at Yosemite National Park and was very dangerous. Fortunately I was able to glide most of the car to the side of the road (not all) before the complete shutdown of all systems. The car was towed to our Audi dealer. Audi confirmed that it was the Gateway Module that had completely shut down due to water ingress. …”
NHTSA complaint #11525278, filed 2023-06Related service bulletins
- 11025339Oct 20, 2025This bulletin provides information when there is a wheel/tire imbalance.
- 11025355Oct 17, 2025This bulletin provides information when there are whining noises at high speeds.
- 11025328Oct 17, 2025This bulletin provides informaiont when the collapsible spare wheel does not fully inflate using the compressor from the vehicle's tool kit.
- 11025326Oct 17, 2025This bulletin provides information about the steering wheel alignment.
Wheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | 7% |
| 2020 | 2 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2021 Audi Q5 E
7 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsForward collision avoidance
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaintsLane departure
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsHybrid propulsion system
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Audi Q5 E
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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